Feature stories

Former pastor finds purpose in making people laugh
Tim Ketchersid is a lawyer and former pastor who felt God nudging him toward one of the desires of his heart – serving as a stand-up comedian.

Phyllis Jenkins shines spotlights on others’ powerful journeys
While Phyllis searched for her “God assignment,” she realized she had been looking for her purpose in the wrong place.

As a coach, instructor, athlete and brand partner, Andrea Austin is a dealer of hope
“When I deal in hope, I’m helping women to understand if they want to do something, they can by simply deciding to learn more about it,” said Andrea. “You can be trained and take your life in a new direction.”

Nick Lituanio finds purpose in creating videos for seasoned citizens
Although retired, Nick Lituanio still produces videos about making relationships count; maintaining good health; keeping dreams alive; and remaining young at heart by pursuing adventure at any age.

Preacher celebrates 98th birthday with a skydiving experience
Acting on a suggestion by his granddaughter, Roy Jernigan wanted to do something he had never done before to celebrate his 98th birthday.

Todd Kuckkahn helps others discover their potential
“If you sit in your La-Z-Boy every day and get beat up watching the news about all the crap that’s going on in the world, I guarantee you will be frustrated and won’t go anywhere,” said Todd.

Steve Barkley inspires people to Live Forever Young through martial arts
“The phrase ‘living forever young’ resonated with me because to a 95-year-old, someone who is 70 isn’t old at all,” Steve explained.

Rich Avery shepherds pastors toward enhanced purpose
For many years, Rich served as a pastor. Now he helps other pastors prepare for the future by pursing business ideas that create income or expand their sense of purpose.

Gill Bentham: Finding real love, awakening long-dormant dreams
“I had been fighting to keep everything I felt really mattered to my life. When I realized my life wasn’t working and I was able to lay it all down, that’s when things started to improve,” Gill said.